Operations Specialist (Starship)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

33d•$33 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Engineering team supports the Starship program in Hawthorne through strategic planning, optimization of production processes, and allocation of resources. We are seeking candidates to lead cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams that will create the factory of the future that optimizes operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should be an energized candidate who can apply principles of manufacturing, operations engineering, and project management to make an immediate impact. We are searching for qualified individuals who can continuously improve part flow, interested in being on a manufacturing floor, and are detail oriented.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline OR 2+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical environment in lieu of a degree
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet major milestones
This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of the day and directly interacting with other team members and hardware on the floor
Must be able to travel - up to 10% work week travel may be required to other sites
Must be able to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
Process engineering experience including project management, capacity modeling, processing mapping, and layouts
Experience with inventory, production, and capacity planning (including MRP/ERP systems)
Experience using Excel, SQL, or Python/R for analysis on modeling dynamic systems
Experience with lean, six sigma, and related production principles
Experience as a contributor to multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
Excellent communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills
Organized and self-driven, capable of working independently with little direction in a fast paced/cross-functional environment

Responsibilities

Design factory and production area layouts following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow principles
Detail oriented and highly organized through clear documentation, communication, and project management
Conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices, and hold vendors to schedule
Drive execution with vendors, production teams, and other stakeholders
Host process walks of production lines, and ask questions to delete or simplify process steps and kick off changes
Work as part of a team to develop and manage production strategy to mitigate future production risks and seize emerging opportunities to improve quality, output, safety, and cost
Identify operational challenges within the organization, determine root cause, and develop appropriate solutions
Actively develop system and process improvements within and between production elements

Benefits

comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
access to a 401(k) retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan